Pathways into Construction
The Project RECCE Pathways into construction course is a two-week online course, delivered by the charity every six weeks. The aim of the course is to prepare Veteran's and Service Leavers for a sustainable career in the UK Construction Industry, regardless of their previous experience. Successful candidates will benefit from the introduction to an unrivalled network of construction employers and fellow construction veterans, a CSCS card and H&S qualification course. The two-week course focusses on two main themes:
Week 1
Resilience to Civvy Street.
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Military values and standards and their application in civilian employment.
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Self-leadership.
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Motivation.
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Problem solving.
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Decision making.
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Understanding mental health.
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Fitness and nutrition.
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Veteran's stories.
Week 2
Close Construction RECCE.
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Introduction briefs by UK construction companies.
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Construction CV writing.
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Effective LinkedIn networking.
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Strategic Communication.
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Mock interview sessions.
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Health & Safety in Constriction.
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CSCS card.
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Education and whole life development.
Online course
Delivered 0900 - 1630 each day over Microsoft TEAMS consisting of the following:
Veteran's stories
Hear from veterans now successfully operating in the world of work and how they made the successful transition from the military to civvy street.
Construction Employability
Learn from experts how to craft your CV for construction roles, how to effectively network on LinkedIn and to communicate in interview. Then give it a try in mock interview speed dating sessions with industry guests.
Resiliance to Civvy Street
Learn what it is that attracts employers to veterans and service leavers, understanding mental health, self leadership, motivation, decision making and problem solving.
Close Construction Recce
Find out from industry keynote speakers about the vast range of roles available in construction, from Project Management to Logistics, IT and HR.
Work trial, interview and beyond.
Once you have identified the direction you would like to take, we will facilitate either a work trial, site visit or even an interview. We are never far away if you need any support in the future.
